Information and Resources

The Jonathan Zierdt Cancer Fund partners and collaborates with multiple organizations that provide important information, resources and services to area cancer patients, their families and caregivers. Please click on the links below to access information about these organizations and the information, resources and services they have available. Or, call Tami Paulsen, Director of the Jonathan Zierdt Cancer Fund, at 507-381- 0984 to request the information be mailed to you.

American Cancer Societywww.cancer.org Local Office – 507-225- 1006 or 1-800- 227-2345 The American Cancer Society (ACS) provides help for patients, survivors, and caregivers. ACS offers support in our community and on-line to help you during and after cancer treatment.Download Brochure

Cancer Legal Carewww.cancerlegalcare.org 651-917- 9000 Cancer Legal Care provides free legal care to Minnesotans affected by cancer who otherwise have no access to an attorney’s help for the legal issues that directly impact their quality of life.

Mankato Family YMCA LiveStrong Programwww.mankatoymca.org/livestrong-2/ 507-387- 8255 ext 234 The YMCA LiveStrong program is a research based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health.Download Brochure

Minnesota Cancer Alliancewww.mncanceralliance.org/about/resources#tab-id-3The Minnesota Cancer Alliance represents a broad partnership of organizations and leaders from across Minnesota who are dedicated to reduce the burden of cancer for all people living in Minnesota. Their Cancer Survivor Care Plan is a helpful resource to help document your cancer care experience, manage follow-up care and understand short-and long-term side effects.

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Since 1974, the Mankato Area Foundation has been dedicated to building a community of individuals that believe in the strength of giving. We continue today to shape Greater Mankato through connecting acts of giving with our community’s needs.